Work Group Officer

Ready for a career that makes a difference? Join our team and help us in advancing the energy transition towards net zero while enjoying career growth and a strong focus on safety, diversity and inclusion.

To support our rollout of Smart Meters in North Queensland, Yurika, a leading organisation, has two permanent opportunities for Work Group Officers to join our Metering teams located in Mackay andTownsville and are inviting applications from skilled electrical tradespersons to take on this new challenge.

The role:

As a Work Group Officer, you are a skilled and competent tradesperson who utilises and blends both trade-based skills and supervisory skills to assist with leading field staff. You’ll perform a pivotal role in supporting the Work Group from a technical and work planning perspective by planning and organising work and providing in-field support to ensure work is undertaken in an effective and efficient way.

Your essential duties include providing technical advice, coaching, and mentoring, promoting safety, engaging with customers and stakeholders, managing change, overseeing site management, and coordinating works.

What’s on offer:

It’s an exciting time to join us and to be involved in the energy sector, so consider us for your next career move, where you will experience:

Remuneration:

You'll have the option of working either a 9 or 10-day fortnightly roster and will be remunerated accordingly -

• 9-day fortnight - from $116,202 per annum plus 12.75% superannuation.
• 10-day fortnight - from $134,213 per annum plus 12.75% superannuation.

The level of payment will be subject to an assessment of the successful applicant’s knowledge, skills and competencies that are required in the position.

Other Benefits:

• Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.
• Strong superannuation and the ability to earn more with salary sacrifice co- contributions.
• Opportunities for skills and career advancement with access to ongoing training and leadership programs and the capacity to build and grow your skills.
• A chance to give back with a paid employee volunteering program allowing our employees to support communities across QLD.
• Support and guidance with access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and a mentoring program for professional support and guidance.
• A Safety-First culture - the safety of our people, customers & communities is a core priority.
• Reward and recognition with an internal reward and recognition program that includes an annual celebration of excellence.
• Diversity and inclusion where all employees can contribute towards multiple diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business.

About you:

Critical to your success in the role is your:

• Queensland Electrical Licensing Board Certificate of Competency as an Electrical Fitter Mechanic or the ability to convert an existing electrical licence from any Australian State or Territory.
• Knowledge of Electricity Act and Regulations, Workplace Health and Safety Act, Environmental Act and other relevant legislation, including the Electricity Act 2002 Code of Practice for Working Near Exposed Parts and its practical application to the Energex and Ergon network.
• An understanding of electricity distribution and/or transmission, including metering installation, maintenance and testing. Knowledge of underground and overhead mains and substation equipment.
• Well-developed people management and leadership skills including mentoring and coaching skills and the ability to successfully manage all aspects of employee performance.
• Demonstrated ability in written and verbal communication skills, establishing effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, working in a team, by working collaboratively across a diverse stakeholder network, negotiating and influencing others to achieve quality outcomes.
• Current ‘C’ Class Drivers Licence.

You’ll be required to complete a pre-employment medical as part of the selection process.

Additional information can be found by clicking on the Position Description link below or alternatively, contact Kylie George, Recruitment Advisor, on 0438 161 ***.

About us:

Even if you haven’t heard of Energy Queensland you might know our operational brands - Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika. As a group, we are growing rapidly and as part of the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (QEJP), actively helping to advance the energy transition towards net zero.

Yurika has a national footprint, working across all areas of energy, connectivity, and sustainability. We support some of the most significant energy and renewables projects in the country.

Ready to apply?

Click the Apply button. Your application should include a current resume and cover letter which highlights your experience and suitability for the role.

You will be required to answer behavioural questions as part of the application process.

Applications will close at 5.00pm, Wednesday 10 April 2024.

We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.